✅ A gap is a break or empty space in something, especially in something supposed to be continuous (a gap in her understanding; a gap in the recording).

✅ A lacuna is an empty space, generally in a book or manuscript, that suggests something is missing (There was a lacuna between the first and fifth chapters).

✅ Lacuna particularly suggests that a part once existed, but is now lost (There was a lacuna in the middle of the musical composition).

✅ Gap can suggest this, but more generally suggests any kind of break, space, or interruption (She waited for a gap in the music).

Write about a book with a mysterious lacuna with the help of Grammar Coach.

✅ A star is a person who is celebrated in their profession (The documentary focused on the stars of the medical field).

✅ A luminary is an eminent person in a particular field, especially when they are seen as inspirational to others (She was a luminary in the field of architecture).

✅ Star and luminary mean very similar things, but luminary suggests a more lasting fame or eminence than star and is a more formal word.

Describe a niche field you’d like to be a luminary in with the help of Grammar Coach.

✅ Observant describes noticing or recognizing things quickly. It suggests someone who pays close attention to the things and people around them (An observant bystander noticed that the cage was unlocked and alerted zoo staff before any animals escaped).

✅ Perceptive describes someone or something showing insight and understanding (a perceptive analysis; a perceptive glance).

✅ Observant emphasizes being watchful, and seeing things that others might miss. Perceptive emphasizes having insight and being able to intuit the feelings and motivations of others.

The more perceptive among you might have realized that we have more synonyms to show you!